Diatom QAL {Block #4}

For Block #4, we will be piecing a Trailing Star. If you have already purchased the Diatom Quilt Along, you will receive an email today with the Block #4 instructions. Look for an email from newsletter@quiltingjetgirl.com with the subject Diatom Quilt Along – Block #4. If you haven’t joined in yet, simply purchase the Diatom Quilt Along and I will add you to the email list and get the information out to you soon!

Note: This is my blog post and not the newsletter email with the pattern links. Look for an email from newsletter@quiltingjetgirl.com with the subject Diatom Quilt Along – Block #4 at or after 3:15am Pacific. Check your spam directory if you don’t see the email!

Block 4 – Star Setting Twin, 4 Fabric Version

The Trailing Star block uses half-square triangles, stitch and flip flying geese, and general piecing techniques.

Stich and Flip Piecing Tip: Draw diagonal lines with a thin pencil or fabric pen. The thinner the marked line, the better. If the line is really thick, it can be easy to “wander” back and forth a bit and the seam will not be a straight line. Use a good light so you can stay as close to the marked line as possible; if your throat space is not well lit, consider adding a lamp nearby to cast additional lighting. How accurately the sewn seam follows the marked line makes a difference in what the finished piece looks like.

Block 4 – Postage Stamp Setting Throw, FQ Version

The Trailing Star block will not need any modifications if you want to fussy cut and work with directional prints!

Be sure to share photos of your block(s) in the Quilting Jetgirl Facebook group or on social media using the hashtag #DiatomQuiltAlong.

Upcoming Diatom Quilt Along Schedule

• March 3, 2023 – Block 5
• March 17, 2023 – Block 6
• March 31, 2023 – Block 7
• April 14, 2023 – Block 8
• April 28, 2023 – Block 9
• May 12, 2023 – Block 10
• May 26, 2023 – Block 11
• June 9, 2023 – Block 12 & Finishing Instructions
• June 23, 2023 through July 31, 2023 – Final Linkup for Pieced Quilt Tops or Finished Quilts